Research has proven that: employees + motivation = success. However, one of the hardest groups to motivate in the workplaces is often the group that says the least: the technology team. The key to motivating an IT team lies in understanding what they value, and what they don’t.

Cloud computing refers to the practice of using distributed systems to host data and information in a remote network destination. Part of the reason for the cloud’s popularity is that it allows cloud vendors to let clients back up their data easily and effectively, while also providing some unique security and accessibility benefits. The cloud offers unlimited access to data and eliminates the need for organizations to build physical networks. With all the promise of the cloud comes a high demand for skilled and experienced professionals.

With the November elections around the corner, many employers are responding to the uncertainty of the outcome by reduced spending and hiring. A recent study from Duke University revealed that 47% of CFOs cite “political uncertainty” as the reason for a reduction in hiring activity.